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£42,750 (Est: £35,000 - £40,000)

1948 Land Rover Series I 80" Canvas Tilt

United Kingdom • 21 Mar 2026 • Lot 235

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AI Listing Summary

This 1948 Land Rover Series I is a rare and historically significant vehicle, being one of the earliest surviving examples from the initial production run. It has been carefully restored, retaining its original components, and is in excellent structural condition, making it a highly desirable collector's item.

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Condition 

8

The car is described as beautifully restored and in excellent structural condition, with a solid chassis and original bulkhead in very good order. It has been carefully restored to a high standard while retaining the majority of its original components. It is also reported to be running and driving well.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

R860388

Odometer:

25,726 miles

Reg Number:

KBP 651

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The 388th Land Rover built, completed on 13/10/1948 and first registered in West Sussex the following month, placing it among the very first examples of this landmark British design Exceptional historical significance, being one of the earliest surviving Series I Land Rovers from the initial production run of approximately 1,500 vehicles Correct early specification, including original fabricated bulkhead (pre-1949 pressed type), correct 4.8:1 differentials, early chassis finish and period-correct running gear Carefully restored to a high standard, while retaining the majority of its original components, striking an ideal balance between authenticity and presentation Excellent structural condition, with solid chassis, original bulkhead in very good order, and suspension, axles and drivetrain reported to be in excellent condition Running and driving, offering immediate usability or continued preservation as a historically important display vehicle Notable provenance, having been on long...

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£860

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£17,070

Median Price (Since 2020)

£109,250

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